6D(1)Proposal_Ignition Park_2010-11-01

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. ..................................................................................................:......:................................................................................................................................................................... Sustainable Design ............................... BSA LifeStructures is committed to creating facilities that are environmentally responsible, economical and healthy places to foster healing, learning and discovery. Sustainability is an integral part of the project process. Our high standards promote energy efficiency — essential when designing complex facilities that are high energy consumers. We use our understanding of high performance design challenges F to facilitate sustainable design strategies appropriate to your facility's unique needs. Our integrated balance of architecture and engineering adds benefit to this approach. By bringing disciplines to the table early in the process, we consider how the sustainability of spaces relates to the systems and structures that support them. - Along with the stewardship and long -term benefits that sustainable design brings, _ obtaining LEED® certification from the U.S. Green Building Council can make a BSA LifeStructures is prepared to statement that differentiates your facility from others in your marketplace. Despite implement sustainable design into your project, evidenced by more the basic intention for LEED certification to measure a building's performance, LEED g p than 50 LEED professionals certification for complex facilities is no easy task. We host eco- charettes (brainstorming sessions) with clients to simplify the sustainability goals. Some clients have opted to obtain LEED® certification, others do not. Regardless of the level of commitment, we are looking at ways to further increase the sustainability of the facilities we design. Upon completion of the design stage, BSA LifeStructures offers additional services such as construction administration and commissioning to maintain the intended sustainability design goals. Additional services consist of processes to preserve the owner's requirements and for the facility to achieve maximum performance. Most importantly, we work with you to consider feasibility and return on investment for implementing sustainable design strategies. Beyond being good for the environment, building green brings economic benefits that can include: • Reduced operating costs • Enhanced asset value • Increased staff satisfaction • Maximized life -cycle economic performance